ESG News from Leading Brands

Environment

Shire Examines Packaging to Reduce Carbon Footprint

Apr 20, 2017 1:00 PM ET

In 2016, we worked with third party partner, The Carbon Trust, on a lifecycle assessment to recertify the product carbon footprints of three different bags of Flexbumin 25% [Albumin (Human)] sold in the U.S., Europe, Latin America, and Asia. From plasma collection, to manufacturing, distribution, and end-of-life, the assessment looked at the whole product lifecycle to understand where the biggest carbon impacts arose.

Research, Reports & Publications

U.S. Chamber Foundation and IBM Issue New Report on Impact of Corporate Social Responsibility on Public Sentiment, Brand Reputation

Apr 20, 2017 12:15 PM ET

The U.S. Chamber Foundation’s Corporate Citizenship Center and IBM today issued a new report that explores how efforts by businesses to be a positive force in communities – commonly referred to as corporate social responsibility (CSR) – influences public perception of those companies.

Education

From Wildomar to Rosemead, High Schoolers Get an Edison Scholars Surprise

Apr 20, 2017 12:00 PM ET

When Promise Agbo, 17, was 6 years old, her father would often take her outside to look at the stars in the sky. Ten years later, she accepted an internship at NASA where she was able to work on the Mars Mission. Her idea: a hybrid spacecraft that once deployed would break off into a satellite and land rover. Her idea was so good it was presented to the NASA administration.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Republic Services Unveils Customer Resource Center in Indianapolis

Apr 20, 2017 12:00 PM ET

Republic Services, Inc. (NYSE: RSG) unveiled today its latest Customer Resource Center (CRC), one of three fully operational, state-of-the-art centers designed to enhance the overall customer experience for more than 14 million customers nationwide. The 67,000-square-foot facility is home to modern communications capabilities to cater to evolving customer preferences and needs.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Voya Financial Congratulates 2017 National Teacher of the Year Sydney Chaffee

Apr 20, 2017 12:00 PM ET

Today, Sydney Chaffee, a ninth-grade humanities teacher at Codman Academy Charter Public School in Boston, MA, was named the 2017 National Teacher of the Year.

Environment

Hanes Partners with Give Back Box to Give Old Clothes New Life for Earth Day

Apr 20, 2017 11:45 AM ET

As Earth Day approaches, Hanes, America’s No. 1 apparel brand, today announced that it is partnering with Give Back Box® to encourage consumers to “Give Back for Good” by reducing waste, giving their old clothes new life and helping those in need.

Diversity & Inclusion

Arrow Electronics Participates in 43rd Annual National Society of Black Engineers Conference

Apr 20, 2017 11:00 AM ET

In late March, members of Arrow Electronics’ recruiting team took part in the 43rd Annual National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE) Annual Convention held in Kansas City, Mo. The event attracted undergraduate and graduate NSBE students majoring in science, technology, engineering and mathematics, making it one of the largest gatherings of STEM talent across the U.S.

Social Impact & Volunteering

AkzoNobel and Ministry of Foreign Affairs Launch Human Cities Coalition

Apr 20, 2017 10:30 AM ET

Founded by AkzoNobel, the Human Cities Coalition (HCC) brings together more than 150 stakeholders and 20 partners, such as Arcadis, Philips, ABN-AMRO, the Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Slumdwellers International, to focus on realizing Goal 11 of the United Nation's 17 Sustainable Development Goals: sustainable cities and communities. Ton Büchner, CEO of AkzoNobel will officially kick off the Human Cities Coalition today with stakeholders across business, government, NGOs and academia.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Merck Donates $300,000 to Support Neglected Tropical Disease Elimination Efforts in Africa

Apr 20, 2017 10:00 AM ET

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Justice for Austin

Apr 20, 2017 10:00 AM ET

Meet Austin! He loves Paw Patrol, pizza and playing with his three siblings. He's been with his foster-turned-forever family since 2015 but officially became a Justice two weeks ago!

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Rebuilding the Talent Supply Chain

Apr 20, 2017 9:55 AM ET

The American Dream has always been fueled by opportunity—the opportunity to create a life better than your parents had, the opportunity to reinvent yourself, the opportunity to live out your fullest potential. The American Dream is tightly woven into the fabric of our country; inextricable from what it means to call oneself an American. But the American Dream is facing a new challenge, and if not addressed properly, millions may lose out on the opportunities America has always afforded her people.

Social Impact & Volunteering

National Rebuilding Month: Falls at Home

Apr 20, 2017 9:40 AM ET

Did you know falls are the leading cause of injury-related deaths for older Americans?

Environment

Charging into Earth Day: Scotiabank Announces 30 Electric Vehicle Charging Stations Across Ontario

Apr 20, 2017 9:30 AM ET

In celebration of Earth Day on April 22, Scotiabank is proud to announce it is having over 30 Electric Vehicle (EV) charging stations installed at select Scotiabank branches across Ontario.

Environment

Global Food for Thought: Guest Commentary by DuPont’s Krysta Harden

Apr 20, 2017 9:30 AM ET

Having served for most of my career in the public sector and now with one year of private sector experience at DuPont, I see now, more than ever, the importance of public-private partnerships. I firmly believe we can leverage the leadership and innovation that a company like DuPont wields to establish a responsive and sustainable agriculture industry that helps address our food security challenges.

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

Sustainability Leaders Issue Call-to-Action to CEOs

Apr 20, 2017 9:25 AM ET

Today, the UN Global Compact, together with the Principles for Responsible Investment (PRI), calls on CEOs to ensure their corporate pension plans mirror their own sustainability values. The new report Aligning Values: Why corporate pension plans should mirror their sponsors, the outlines five actions CEOs can take to ensure their plan invests responsibly.

Innovation & Technology

Creative Peaks: Molding the Future

Apr 20, 2017 9:05 AM ET

How do you design art that illustrates the importance of recycling in a universal language? In a place like Grand Teton National Park, where there is opportunity to impart teachable moments on visitors from around the world, Jackson Hole High School students are tackling this challenge.

Research, Reports & Publications

L’Oréal Redoubles the Efforts to Achieve Its Sustainability Targets

Apr 20, 2017 9:00 AM ET

While the consequences of climate change become more and more real, affecting also the cosmetic sector, the L’Oréal Group reports on its targets to significantly reduce its environmental footprint and reaffirms its commitment to fight climate change.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Wells Fargo y No Barriers Warriors anuncian el equipo de “Warriors to Summits”

Apr 20, 2017 9:00 AM ET

Wells Fargo & Company (NYSE: WFC) y No Barriers Warriors (en inglés) anunciaron hoy el equipo de 12 veteranos con discapacidades que fue seleccionado para participar en la expedición Warriors to Summits (en inglés) 2017. La expedición de este año es al monte Brooks (en inglés) en el Parque Nacional y Reserva Denali, Alaska, y está programada para realizarse del 6 al 18 de septiembre. Desde 2014, Wells Fargo y No Barriers Warriors han llevado a más de 50 veteranos con discapacidades en expediciones Warriors to Summits a lugares como el monte Whitney en California, el pico Gannett en Wyoming y el monte Sneffels en Colorado.

Social Impact & Volunteering

Tetra Tech Sparks Interest in STEM Careers

Apr 20, 2017 9:00 AM ET

Tetra Tech’s Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) Program aims to help students at all levels—from kindergarten to graduate school—develop an interest in these four technical fields. The program launched in 2016 as part of the company’s 50th Anniversary, and employees around the world hosted events that reached more than 5,800 people from 5 countries.

Research, Reports & Publications

FedEx Releases 2017 Global Citizenship Report

Apr 20, 2017 9:00 AM ET

FedEx announced the online release of its 2017 Global Citizenship Report (GCR), which details how the company connects the world responsibly and resourcefully.

Sustainable Development Goals

We Must Keep the Paris Agreement a Priority

Apr 20, 2017 8:25 AM ET

Social Impact & Volunteering

A New Vision for Corporate Community Engagement in the Digital Age

Apr 20, 2017 7:30 AM ET

For over a decade, leading companies have worked to make their community engagement programs more strategic. In this post, VolunteeMatch President Greg Baldwin shares his thoughts on why so few have succeeded — until now.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Join Albertsons Companies in Reducing Food Waste This Earth Day

Apr 20, 2017 6:00 AM ET

Environment

LA Galaxy, adidas and Major League Soccer Collaborate with Parley for the Oceans to Debut First MLS Jerseys Made from Parley Ocean Plastic™

Apr 19, 2017 7:00 PM ET

AEG’s LA Galaxy, adidas, Major League Soccer and Parley for the Oceans have united today to raise awareness around the harmful impact of marine plastic pollution with the unveiling of adidas MLS Parley club jerseys. The kits—each made from technical yarns containing Parley Ocean Plastic™—will be worn by both teams Sunday, April 23, in conjunction with Protect the Pitch Day, when the LA Galaxy host Seattle Sounders FC at StubHub Center.

Events, Media & Communications

Final Days to Save on Registration for Susty Forum!

Apr 19, 2017 5:00 PM ET

Join us at the 2017 Sustainability and Circular Economy Summit in Washington, D.C. June 26-28. This year, more than 300 private and public sector leaders and innovators will explore how the circular economy drives business growth, performance, and contributes to a more competitive economy.